Here’s the latest Masters payout information I can confirm:
- The 2026 Masters purse is $22.5 million, with the champion earning $4.5 million, the largest first-place prize in Masters history.[1][3][4]
- The runner-up takes home about $2.43 million, third place around $1.53 million, and fourth about $1.08 million; professionals who made the cut but finished outside the top spots still receive six-figure amounts, and those who missed the cut get $25,000.[4][1]
- For context, the 2025 Masters purse was $21 million, with the winner earning $4.2 million, illustrating the ongoing growth in prize money across the event.[2]
Notes:
- Payouts are supplemented by detailed breakdowns published by outlets like Golf.com, PGA Tour, and major outlets; the exact top-20 payouts and any per-position changes are typically listed in the official Masters release and subsequent coverage.[2][4]
Would you like a concise table of the 2026 Masters payouts by finishing position, or a short comparison with the 2025 purse? I can compile either.
Citations:
- Masters purse and top prizes 2026:,,[3][1][4]
- 2025 purse and winner’s share:[2]
- Context on payout growth and full breakdown:[4]
Sources
AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — If Rory McIlroy is able to hang on and win his second consecutive Masters on Sunday, he’ll walk away with $4.5 million.
www.pgatour.comAUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — If Rory McIlroy is able to hang on and win his second consecutive Masters on Sunday, he’ll walk away with $4.5 million.
www.pgatour.comThe Northern Irishman successfully defended his Masters title in 2026 by a single stroke and became the highest earner of all time at Augusta National
www.golfmonthly.comPrize money at the Masters pales in comparison to a LIV Golf event, but the winner will still take home a hefty check along with that green jacket.
www.sportingnews.comBy & Brittany Romano The purse at the The Masters Tournament is on the rise again. For 2026, the total prize money at Augusta National Golf Club is $22.5 million, with the winner set to take home $4.5 million, the largest first-place payout in tournament history. RELATED: Biggest Surprises at the Masters Through 36 Holes Here's the breakdown of the checks that will be written to the top five finishers (Full List Below): 1st: $4,500,000 2nd: $2,430,000 3rd: $1,530,000 4th: $1,080,000 5th:...
www.skratch.golfHow does the Masters payout compare to other majors? As this year’s tournament enters the weekend, let’s take a look.
golf.comThere's more than just a Green Jacket on the line at the Masters. Here's how much prize money is up for grabs...
www.bunkered.co.ukHere's the total purse, payout breakdown and winner's share for the 2025 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga.
golf.comA $4.5 million payday awaits the 2026 Masters champion alongside the green jacket
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